pet cat in the UK has tested positive for coronavirus - it's the first confirmed case of an animal infection with the Covid-19 strain in the UK.
Evidence suggests that the cat contracted coronavirus from its owners who had previously tested positive for the deadly virus.
With this in mind, we’ve taken a look at the latest advice for pet owners amid coronavirus from Public Health England (PHE).Yvonne Doyle, medical director at Public Health England, said the case "should not be a cause for alarm."Prof Doyle said: "The investigation into this case suggests that the infection was spread from human to animal, and not the other way round.